The SportDOG Staff
Our company was built on a love of dogs. We take great pride in providing gear to help you forge a stronger relationship with your dog - the same gear we trust with our own. We are committed to help you at every step of your training journey, providing endless training content, from our expert staff and the pros, to help you and your dog reach your fullest potential.
Founded in 2003 and still based in Knoxville, TN, SportDOG® Brand is built on over two decades of field-proven performance. Today, our rugged Tennessee roots remain strong as we've become one of the most trusted brands for hunting dog training across the country and the world.
Articles by The SportDOG Staff
TEACH: 5 Proven Principles for Smarter, More Effective E-Collar Dog Training
Master five proven principles for effective e-collar training. TEACH helps you build clear communication, consistent behavior, and a stronger bond with your dog using practical, step-by-step guidance.
E-Collar Training 101: The Trusted Method Used by SportDOG® Experts
Discover the most recommended way to introduce your dog to an e-collar with guidance from SportDOG®. Learn the proven “Pressure On, Pressure Off” method trusted by pro trainers to build reliable off-leash obedience, clear communication, and long-term success.
The Ultimate SportDOG Guide: Choosing the Best E-Collar for Your Dog
In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to choose the best e-collar for training your dog, ensuring that when the time comes, you’re equipped with a tool that’s up to the task, no matter how tough the conditions.
Other Senior Prostaff
Kirk Moffitt
My father was a passionate bird hunter and amateur dog trainer, and I grew up around dogs. I’ve worked with various hunting breeds for more than 50 years, including pointing, flushing, and retrieving dogs. My father imported a Brittany female from France in 1958, and I fell in love with...
Joe Pausha
Joe is the owner/trainer of Rooster Run Kennels, specializing in developing dosg for all aspects of hunting. Rooster Run Kennels offers training for pointers and flushers and customizes training for each hunter’s type and level of hunting. Rooster Run Kennels is the home of the first retriever to take 1st...
Clint Johnson
Clint Johnson has professionally trained hundreds of retrievers and titled many champions. With more than 11 years of experience, he has competed in the Super Retriever Series (winner of 2004 SRS in El Campo, TX), World Retriever Championships, AKC trials, UKC Grand, and AKC/UKC hunt tests. Clint Johnson Retrievers Training...
